Melanox: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is melanox used for?

Melanox is a brand of ointment that contains hydroquinone as its main active ingredient. This drug works by reducing the formation of melanin, or a pigment in the skin that can make the skin darker.

Melanox is usually used to lighten darker areas of skin due to dark spots. Usually, these areas appear due to premature aging, excessive sun exposure, or changes in hormones.

This drug belongs to the class of prescription drugs. So, if you want to buy it, you have to use a prescription from a doctor.

How do I use melanox?

There are ways that you should pay attention to when using melanox, including:

• Usually, this remedy is applied to the skin every morning and before bed. Use this medicine in accordance with the rules that have been determined by the doctor through the prescription notes. Do not use this medication less, more, or for longer than has been recommended by your doctor.
• This medicine is only used on the skin area. Avoid using this medication on the lips, or the inside of the nose and mouth. The reason is, this drug can cause numbness if used in that area.
• Before using this medication, wash your hands. Do the same thing after applying the medicine, unless you are using this medicine on the hand area.
• Apply this remedy only to the areas you want to lighten. Do not use other drugs in the same area.
• If you have been using this medication for two months but your condition does not improve immediately or it gets worse, tell your doctor.
• Use this remedy regularly to get the best benefits.
• You should still use sunscreen while using this medicine, as exposure to the sun will not only make hyperpegmentation worse, but it can change the effect that taking melanox has on your skin.
• If you notice changes in your skin, you can continue using this medicine for four months and start using less. Do not use this medication for more than five months. If you want to use it again, you still have to pause it.

How is melanox stored?

There are several things you must do in order to store this drug in a proper manner, including:

• Store this drug at room temperature. Do not store it in places that are too cold or too hot.
• Keep this medication away from exposure to sunlight or direct light.
• Also keep this drug away from damp places, such as in the bathroom.
• Do not store this medication in the freezer until frozen.
• Also keep this medication out of reach of children and pets.

Meanwhile, if this drug has expired, or you are no longer using it, discard this medicine in the right way. Do not mix this medicinal waste with other household waste.

Also avoid flushing the medicine down the toilet or other drain. If you do not know how to dispose of the correct medicine, ask your pharmacist or staff from your local waste disposal agency about how to safely dispose of waste without polluting the environment.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage for melanox for adults?

Adult dosage for skin problems (hyperpegmentation)

• Use it twice a day

What is the dosage of melanox for children?

Children's dosage for skin problems (hyperpegmentation)

• For children 13 years and over: Use twice daily

In what dosages is melanox available?

Melanox is available as an ointment containing 2% hydroquinone, available in 15 grams.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of using melanox?

The use of these external drugs can also cause side effects of use. These side effects can include certain health conditions, such as:

• The skin feels like burning and feels sore
• The skin is irritated and feels itchy and red

However, the side effects above are considered mild side effects. These side effects will disappear over time. If not, tell the doctor.

Apart from that, there are other side effects that are quite serious. If you experience it, you must immediately stop using the drug and contact a doctor for medical treatment. The risk of serious side effects includes:

• Dry skin until it cracks and bleeds
• The skin turns blue or black
• The skin feels like burning, turns red, and feels very, very sore

Not all the risks of side effects are listed above. If you experience symptoms of other side effects that are not on the list, ask your doctor how to treat them.

Warnings & Precautions

What should be known before using melanox?

Before using this drug, there are several things you should understand about the procedure for using the drug, including:

• Do not use this drug if you have an allergy to the use of melanox or the main ingredient in this medicine, namely hydroquinone.
• Ask your doctor if it is safe to use this drug if you have health conditions such as liver and kidney disorders, and asthma.
• Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age without a doctor's direction.
• Tell your doctor if you have allergies to drugs, food, preservatives, dyes, to allergies to animals.
• Do not use this medication on open wounds, sunburns, dry skin, or irritated skin.

Is melanox safe for use by pregnant and lactating women?

It is still uncertain whether this drug is safe for use by pregnant and lactating women. However, this drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which is equivalent to the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in Indonesia. The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

Meanwhile, this drug may not pass through breast milk (ASI) because it is not consumed into the body. However, this drug may be licked by the baby while breastfeeding, especially if you use it on the breast area. Therefore, make sure you know the potential benefits and risks of using this drug before deciding to use this drug.

Interaction

What medicines can interact with melanox?

Drug interactions can occur if used at the same time. Although melanox is an ointment drug, interactions may occur if it is used together with external drugs in the same area for a sufficient amount of time.

If there is an interaction, there are several things that might happen. Among these, interactions may be the best type of treatment for you. In addition, interactions can also change how one drug works and increase the side effects of use.

Therefore, you must always record all types of drugs that you have, are currently, or want to use, including prescription, non-prescription drugs, multivitamins, and dietary supplements. Then, give it to your doctor so he can help you determine the appropriate dose or timing of use.

What foods and alcohol can interact with melanox?

Interactions between drugs and food can also occur. However, given that melanox is an ointment that is only used on the skin area, this interaction is very unlikely. But, to be sure, ask your doctor about this.

What health conditions can interact with melanox?

Apart from drugs and food, interactions can also occur between melanox and the health conditions you have. Therefore, record all types of health conditions that you have or are experiencing and tell the doctor.

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you accidentally miss a dose of medication, apply this ointment as soon as you remember. However, if time has indicated to use the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the usual dose of the drug. Don't double the dose.

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